Abstract

Black hair is a vast term describing a myriad of textures, lengths, and colours. Mixed-race identity is just as vast with no set definition. This research-creation piece couples the two, harnessing the method of ¬autoethnography to discuss how the author uses her coily hair to connect with her Trinidadian roots. The creation portion is a documentary comprised of six interviews with family members, hair care specialists, and a friends, discussing the importance of black hair care, the industry, and mixed-race identity. This piece is presented online, in a non-linear format which allows viewers to watch at their own pace. The research component delves into the complexities of race, identity, heritage and pursuing research-creation.